Word: bouyant
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Dates: during 1884-1884
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Life is pleasant enough at Heidelberg. The quaintness and comparative quiet of the little town afford a grateful relief after the more bouyant gayeties of the continental capitals. Then, too, its situation is charmingly picturesque. It lies on the banks of the Neckar with the vine-covered hills in the distance and covering all the old ivy-mantel Schloss, rich in historic interest and tradition. There is a singular fascination in the dreamy quiet of the place, essentially old-world in its nature ; and unless you possess exceptional strength of will you gradually yield to the influence of the Siren...